I currently have degrees in Political Science and Economics, with minors in sociology and psychology. I took an acclerated Calculus course this summer and had a great time, and did amazing. I took the class so i would be better prepared for getting a masters in Econ. Now i am interested in getting a degree in Math before going to grad school.
Is this a good idea? or a waste of time?
2006-08-31 16:40:55 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
You use math in almost any type of job field so I would say it was worth it if you had the time for it. The more you have in your profile for a career the better one you will get so heck yea go for it!
2006-08-31 16:42:23 · answer #1 · answered by lttlbt22 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends. Do you think having a degree in math would benefit you in any other way besides it is fun to do? If the answer is no, then it hardly seems worth the expense, unless you have a trust fund and money is not an issue.
Personally, I'd go straight for the masters in econ, especially if econ would directly help me in my current or future career field.
2006-08-31 23:43:56 · answer #2 · answered by SUM22 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How close are you to completing your Master's? Have you already started work on it? If so, I'd complete that first - then you could go back for Mathematics later. If you haven't gone that far, then feel free to change it.
Congratulations on your success regardless! I understand and have experienced the feeling!
I have an Associate's degree in Computer-Aided Design from the Oklahoma City Community College. I am currently working on my Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology at Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
2006-08-31 23:46:02 · answer #3 · answered by Oklahoman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'm currently doing a maths degree. maths IS definitely a good degree to folow up on. but if your degree branches out into statistics and pure maths in the 2nd year, it's worthwhile doing statistical maths. it depends on the demands of your country of course. because where i'm studying in (australia), there's a big demand for statisticians. and i think since you've already done econ and all that, statistics would give you more scope in a career rather than maths. :) good luck!
2006-08-31 23:59:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A degree in a demanding field like Mathematics shows potential employers that you are willing to put forth effort in achieving your goals! People should never stop themselves short of what they can achieve.
I wish Calc were as easy for me..currently hung up on integration by parts.
2006-08-31 23:45:46 · answer #5 · answered by ←Generic Woman→ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wow,accelerated Calc,thats kinda impressive considering I nearly failed Calc. Wanna tutor me?-seriously
When you wake up in the morning ask yourself that ? and go with the 1st answer,and dont think about if to much.Many ppl talk themselves out of decisions that would have benefited them because they fear it will be a waste of time/money.
2006-08-31 23:45:18 · answer #6 · answered by melissa f 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is agood idea, graduate schools respect degrees ... duh. You can get into any grad school you want ... if you're for real.
Good Luck;
Jonnie
2006-09-02 19:31:56 · answer #7 · answered by Jonnie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
everything you've mentioned is a waste of time.
2006-08-31 23:42:55 · answer #8 · answered by aaupthemeggs 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
why nott. go for it.
2006-08-31 23:42:15 · answer #9 · answered by Shelby 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋